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Wrestling Federation Of India Extends Collaboration With IIS Until 2029

Wrestling Federation Of India Extends Collaboration With IIS Until 2029

Rediff.com6 Jul 2026

The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) has renewed its partnership with the Inspire Institute of Sport (IIS) for another three years, extending their collaboration until March 2029. This agreement will see IIS continue to support WFI's national wrestling programmes across all levels, focusing on high-performance training, sports science, and athlete development.

Laxman Praises Shreyas Iyer's Leadership After T20I Series Win

Laxman Praises Shreyas Iyer's Leadership After T20I Series Win

Rediff.com3 days ago

Indian stand-in coach VVS Laxman has lauded T20I skipper Shreyas Iyer for securing his first-ever T20I series win as captain in Zimbabwe, praising his optimism and the team's 'collective effort' and 'winners' mindset' following a 3-0 clean sweep.

Ganguly 'surprised' by India's white-ball slump, backs team to bounce back

Ganguly 'surprised' by India's white-ball slump, backs team to bounce back

Rediff.com8 Jul 2026

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly expressed surprise at India's recent white-ball slump, which saw them suffer a crushing 125-run defeat against England and a 0-2 series loss to Ireland, but backed the team to recover, while also commenting on his upcoming biopic 'Dada'.

Esha Singh Strikes Gold, Manu Bhaker Bags Bronze At Shooting World Cup

Esha Singh Strikes Gold, Manu Bhaker Bags Bronze At Shooting World Cup

Rediff.com3 days ago

Indian shooter Esha Singh won the gold medal in the women's 25m pistol event at the ISSF World Cup in Hangzhou, outperforming Olympic-medallist Manu Bhaker, who secured the bronze.

Nandita Sinha takes over as Instamart CEO after Amitesh Kumar Jha's exit

Nandita Sinha takes over as Instamart CEO after Amitesh Kumar Jha's exit

Rediff.com2 days ago

Amitesh Kumar Jha, CEO of Swiggy's quick commerce platform Instamart, has resigned to pursue other opportunities, with Nandita Sinha, formerly CEO of Myntra, appointed as his successor effective August 3, 2026.

No talks with Pakistan except on PoK: Rajnath Singh

No talks with Pakistan except on PoK: Rajnath Singh

Rediff.com4 days ago

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday slammed Pakistan for making terrorism a "part of its state policy", and said there will be no talks with the country other than on Pakistan-Occupied-Kashmir, which is a "part of India illegally occupied" by it.

Can Neeraj Chopra beat Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem at CWG 2026?

Can Neeraj Chopra beat Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem at CWG 2026?

Rediff.com4 days ago

India's Neeraj Chopra will face reigning Olympic champion Arshad Nadeem of Pakistan and Sri Lanka's Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage in a highly anticipated men's javelin clash at the Commonwealth Games, as India aims to surpass its previous medal tally in athletics.

Sainyam shines with silver in women's 10m air pistol at ISSF World Cup

Sainyam shines with silver in women's 10m air pistol at ISSF World Cup

Rediff.com6 days ago

Indian shooter Sainyam clinched a silver medal in the women's 10m air pistol event at the ISSF World Cup Rifle/Pistol/Shotgun in Hangzhou, marking India's first medal at the competition.

Why India A's Tour Of New Zealand Is Crucial For Senior Team Contenders

Why India A's Tour Of New Zealand Is Crucial For Senior Team Contenders

Rediff.com7 Jul 2026

India A will undertake a shadow tour of New Zealand ahead of the senior team's multi-format series in the country, with the itinerary comprising three List A matches and two first-class games.

Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max: Expected Launch Date In India, Camera Upgrades, New Colours And More

Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max: Expected Launch Date In India, Camera Upgrades, New Colours And More

Rediff.com21 Jul 2026

Calling iPhone addicts: Launch timeline and everything we know so far about Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max

Karan Johar To Aditya Chopra, SRK: 'I'm Here Because Of You'

Karan Johar To Aditya Chopra, SRK: 'I'm Here Because Of You'

Rediff.com20 hours ago

'I love you Adi and Bhai... I am here with my strengths and flaws....my ups and downs ... my wins and my losses ... only and only because of the both of you.' 'You both are the only reason I can tell stories today.'

The Irrfan Film That Almost Didn't Get Made

The Irrfan Film That Almost Didn't Get Made

Rediff.com21 hours ago

'It would have never crossed anybody's mind where life would have taken us or that Irrfanji would fall sick.'

Youngest India debutant Sooryavanshi thanks fans, promises to give his best

Youngest India debutant Sooryavanshi thanks fans, promises to give his best

Rediff.com5 Jul 2026

Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has thanked his well-wishers for their support after becoming India's youngest international cricketer during the second T20I against England in Manchester on Saturday, June 4, 2026.

Lord's Test a very big moment for India women's team: Harmanpreet

Lord's Test a very big moment for India women's team: Harmanpreet

Rediff.com9 Jul 2026

India captain Harmanpreet Kaur believes a victory in the historic Lord's Test against England would be a 'very big moment' for her side, helping them regain confidence after their T20 World Cup exit and marking a landmark achievement in women's cricket.

Commonwealth Games: Gyaneshwari Yadav secures silver in weightlifting

Commonwealth Games: Gyaneshwari Yadav secures silver in weightlifting

Rediff.com3 days ago

Indian weightlifter Gyaneshwari Yadav, an Asian Championships bronze winner, secured a silver medal in the women's 53kg category at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games, lifting a total of 199kg.

Kotak Kanya Scholarship 2026: Girls Can Get Up to Rs 1.5 Lakh

Kotak Kanya Scholarship 2026: Girls Can Get Up to Rs 1.5 Lakh

Rediff.com1 days ago

Selected students will receive Rs 1.5 lakh per year to cover academic expenses such as tuition fees, hostel charges, books, stationery, laptops, internet and transportation.

RBI allows banks to link bulk deposit rates to liquidity profile

RBI allows banks to link bulk deposit rates to liquidity profile

Rediff.com47 minutes ago

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has introduced a new framework allowing banks to offer differential interest rates on bulk deposits based on their liquidity characteristics under the Liquidity Coverage Ratio (LCR) framework, while maintaining the principle of uniform pricing across similar deposits.

Sanjay Manjrekar backs NEET-UG protesters, calls for student empowerment

Sanjay Manjrekar backs NEET-UG protesters, calls for student empowerment

Rediff.com7 days ago

Former Indian cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar has publicly thrown his support behind students protesting the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak, emphasising the importance of empowering India's youth amidst ongoing demonstrations and calls for systemic educational reform.

GenZ Protests: 'First Thing Police Should Have Done Was Negotiate'

GenZ Protests: 'First Thing Police Should Have Done Was Negotiate'

Rediff.com1 hour ago

'But they had nothing to negotiate as the government did not negotiate. It is completely the fault of the government as they dumped it on the police.'

Ford India's new Coimbatore hub to drive data science, enhance global resilience

Ford India's new Coimbatore hub to drive data science, enhance global resilience

Rediff.com9 Jul 2026

Ford Business Solutions (FBS) India, the global capability centre for Ford Motor Company, has inaugurated a new office in Coimbatore, its third location in India. This expansion is a strategic move to strengthen the resilience of Ford's global operations, with nearly 50 per cent of its future growth in India expected to be in technology, data science, and data analytics.

Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem Primed For Commonwealth Games Javelin Qualifiers

Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem Primed For Commonwealth Games Javelin Qualifiers

Rediff.com2 days ago

Defending Commonwealth Games javelin champion Arshad Nadeem is prepared for the qualification round despite a challenging build-up due to adverse weather in Switzerland. His coach, Salman Butt, confirmed his readiness for the event in Glasgow, where he will face a strong field including India's Neeraj Chopra.

Maharashtra uncovers cross-border disinformation campaign during Gen Z protest

Maharashtra uncovers cross-border disinformation campaign during Gen Z protest

Rediff.com2 days ago

Maharashtra Cyber Police have identified over 500 social media profiles involved in a coordinated cross-border disinformation campaign during a recent nationwide protest. The campaign used AI-generated and deepfake content to manipulate public perception and provoke unrest, with technical analysis pointing to elements operating from Pakistan and Middle Eastern countries. Legal action has been initiated, and the public is urged to verify information from credible sources.

How Bishnoi's No-Balls Cost India Victory In Manchester

How Bishnoi's No-Balls Cost India Victory In Manchester

Rediff.com5 Jul 2026

Ishan Kishan believes India must solve their middle-overs slowdown and adapt better to English conditions to find the extra runs after suffering a four-wicket defeat against England in the second T20 International in Manchester on Saturday.

Abhishek, Shreyas rescue India before rain washes out opening T20I

Abhishek, Shreyas rescue India before rain washes out opening T20I

Rediff.com2 Jul 2026

Abhishek Sharma's dynamic 59 and skipper Shreyas Iyer's composed 68 helped India gain a slice of positivity despite their first T20I against England getting abandoned because of incessant rains.

Chhattisgarh Government Commits Rs 100 Crore To Sports Development

Chhattisgarh Government Commits Rs 100 Crore To Sports Development

Rediff.com2 days ago

Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai announced a Rs 100 crore allocation for sports infrastructure and athlete development during a Sports Conclave in Raipur. The state government is focused on promoting sports, nurturing talent, and providing employment opportunities for outstanding sportspersons, alongside organising major sporting events like the Bastar and Surguja Olympics.

Cornered India Seek Consolation Win to Avert 0-4 Whitewash Against England

Cornered India Seek Consolation Win to Avert 0-4 Whitewash Against England

Rediff.com10 Jul 2026

A struggling Indian team, led by Shreyas Iyer, is desperate to secure a consolation victory against England in the fifth T20 International in Southampton to avoid a humiliating 0-4 series whitewash.

India's Auto Sector Records Highest-Ever Q1 Dispatches in FY27

India's Auto Sector Records Highest-Ever Q1 Dispatches in FY27

Rediff.com15 Jul 2026

Domestic passenger vehicle dispatches in India reached a record 12,73,811 units in the first quarter of FY27, marking a 25.9 per cent growth, driven by robust domestic demand despite geopolitical headwinds, according to SIAM.

'Mid- Small-Caps May Deliver More Selective Returns'

'Mid- Small-Caps May Deliver More Selective Returns'

Rediff.com3 days ago

'The market is currently neither cheap enough to be exciting about nor expensive enough to worry about.'

SC upholds loss of SC status upon conversion to...

SC upholds loss of SC status upon conversion to...

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Supreme Court of India has dismissed a review petition challenging its earlier verdict that a person from a Scheduled Caste (SC) community loses their SC status upon converting to a religion other than Hinduism, Sikhism, or Buddhism, effective from the moment of conversion.

'I made so many sacrifices...': How Mirabai Chanu Clinched Gold In Glasgow

'I made so many sacrifices...': How Mirabai Chanu Clinched Gold In Glasgow

Rediff.com4 days ago

An emotional Mirabai Chanu said her historic third successive gold medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games came only after a 'lot of sacrifices', as the Olympic medallist battled stress and injuries over the past couple of years.

Why Is BMW Losing Profit Even After Selling More Cars?

Why Is BMW Losing Profit Even After Selling More Cars?

Rediff.com17 Jul 2026

BMW Group India says every Re 1 depreciation in the rupee against the euro trims its profit margin by about 1 per cent, prompting the company to consider further price increases.

Mirage 2000 'Turned The Tide' Of Kargil War

Mirage 2000 'Turned The Tide' Of Kargil War

Rediff.com21 hours ago

How the Indian Air Force's strategic deployment of Mirage 2000 jets and precision laser-guided bombs during Operation Safed Sagar delivered a 'decisive and crushing blow' to the enemy, playing a pivotal role in India's victory in the 1999 Kargil War.

Bindyarani Devi's Bronze Medal at Commonwealth Games Exceeds Family's Expectations

Bindyarani Devi's Bronze Medal at Commonwealth Games Exceeds Family's Expectations

Rediff.com2 days ago

Indian weightlifter Bindyarani Devi Sorokhaibam's bronze medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in the 58kg category came as a pleasant surprise for her family, who had not anticipated a podium finish after her move up in weight class, her mother told ANI.

Indian Women's Pairs Secure Thrilling Bowls Victory In Glasgow

Indian Women's Pairs Secure Thrilling Bowls Victory In Glasgow

Rediff.com7 days ago

India's women's pairs team, comprising Rupa Rani Tirkey and Pinki, secured a hard-fought victory against Malta in a tie-break during their opening match at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, marking a winning start to their campaign.

India must shed 'underachievers' tag in foreign T20 conditions, says assistant coach

India must shed 'underachievers' tag in foreign T20 conditions, says assistant coach

Rediff.com10 Jul 2026

India's assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate has challenged the T20 team to shed its 'underachievers' tag in foreign conditions, emphasising the need for quicker adaptation to varied playing environments after recent series losses.

Why Congress decided to sing only 2 stanzas of Vande Mataram

Why Congress decided to sing only 2 stanzas of Vande Mataram

Rediff.com15 hours ago

Vande Mataram, the national song that has stirred passions and political controversies for more than a century, received legal protection on Thursday with Parliament passing a bill making any insult to it a punishable offence, rekindling the long-running debate over its place in India's history and identity.

Ajaya Babu Wins Silver With Commonwealth Games Record Lift

Ajaya Babu Wins Silver With Commonwealth Games Record Lift

Rediff.com3 days ago

Indian weightlifter Valluri Ajaya Babu secured a silver medal in the men's 79kg category at the Commonwealth Games, setting a new Games record in snatch and narrowly missing gold to Malaysia's Erry Hidayat Muhammad. This marks India's sixth weightlifting medal at the current Games, showcasing Babu's remarkable performance and potential.

Historic! Mirabai Chanu wins third straight CWG gold

Historic! Mirabai Chanu wins third straight CWG gold

Rediff.com4 days ago

Indian weightlifter Saikhom Mirabai Chanu clinched India's first gold medal at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games in the women's 48kg category. She achieved a record total lift of 190kg, including new Commonwealth and Games records in snatch (85kg) and clean and jerk (105kg). This marks her third consecutive gold at the CWG, following her wins in 2018 and 2022, and she also secured a silver in 2014.

Industrial Production Jumps 7.3% in June, Driven by Manufacturing & Power

Industrial Production Jumps 7.3% in June, Driven by Manufacturing & Power

Rediff.com2 days ago

India's industrial production recorded a significant 7.3 per cent year-on-year growth in June, primarily fuelled by a strong performance in the manufacturing sector and robust expansion in electricity and gas supply.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Gain on IT Rally, FII Inflows

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Gain on IT Rally, FII Inflows

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, opened in positive territory, primarily driven by a strong performance in IT stocks, sustained foreign fund inflows, and a dip in global crude oil prices, despite a hawkish stance from the US Federal Reserve. Track Sensex, Nifty on July 30.